keratin
Translation
keratin
Examples
Hair and nails are made of keratin.
Hair and nails are made of keratin.
Keratin treatments can make hair smooth.
Keratin treatments can make hair smooth.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is made of keratin (sth.) is composed of keratin Hair and nails are made of keratin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: protein, fiber; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From Greek 'keras' meaning 'horn', plus the chemical suffix '-in'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'keras' (horn). Keratin is the hard protein that makes up horns, hair, and nails.